Peter from TX... 1970 914/6 Restoration & build th, My introduction & build thread -- PICS I Options

[AgPete139]

Howdy everyone! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

My name is Peter and I am new to the world of Porsche. A number of months ago, I was given permission to restore my fathers 1970 914/6 in all original condition, and have recently (last week) begun the restoration process. I am so excited to get my father's first car back in running condition. It has sat in the garage for the last 28 years, and age has taken its toll. Rust (battery and trunk lid seals, etc.), some dry rot, numerous dents and bangs, and seizure to name a few. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/headbang.gif)

Now, on with the pics!

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I am starting on the front end (steering, suspension, brakes) and I have come to a wall. Is there anyone in the Houston area (or willing to lend...I am honest) that will let me borrow a pin tool (4 grooved/pronged) for the lower strut?


Are there any other special tools that I will actually need when I rebuild the engine etc.? For instance, the front hub "required" a special tool resembling a mini crowbar, but a medium flathead and prying did the job just fine. Is this grooved socket worth the $65 to buy, and what are your thoughts on replacing it with a regular hex nut of the same thread and suspension washer for ease of removal for the future?

I have also done quite a bit of researching, and have acquired the original shop manuals for this unique beauty.

Any questions or pointers, I'd love to hear them! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/popcorn[1].gif)



Pete

[AgPete139]

CARB WOES:

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I threw a few different combos into the search engine and didn't find much on the way of carburetor specifics and explanation. (Perhaps another sticky could be made discussing this type of fuel sending?)

What are the main differences between the different makes (Weber, Solex, Zenith) and models? Apparently Webers are easier to use & tune (regarding the idle screw, etc), and less problematic (minus them being picky about clean fuel).

What does IDA, IDF, DCOF, ICT, DCNF, DCO, (plus other DGV, DHTA, DHSA, DCD, DICA< ADFA) mean? Acronyms?

Can someone please explain to me what Weber 40IDA-3C 3bbl stands for?
40 doesn't represent diameter or stack height, and IDA I have no clue about. The only thing I'm sure of is the 3 barrel / triple throat designation and that Edoardo Weber made it in Itality pre-1990 (Madrid, post). Apparently, it is cross-referenced with a 40IPTP-3C. Ferrari uses this exact type as well.

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There is also jetting, stack & venturi size, 32 mm - 50mm, etc. I have only read threads that already use the terminology, and suggestions on what each person should tune their setup.

Sorry if this is (IMG:style_emoticons/default/dead horse.gif) . I'm truthfully inquisitive about the carbs. My search for a quality rebuilt kit has prompted this.


Emulsion? I've never run a carb on any other of my vehicles, and I've only adjusted the AFR on the Edelbrock 4 bbl off of an acquaintance's 70's Stingray in a parking lot once (he had just moved to warm Texas in wintertime, he was running extremely rich, and he knew nothing about the car except that it was automatic.

I apologize for having so many questions, and thank you in advance for your advice.

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Peter

P.S. Have also visited PierceManifolds.com, Weber-Carbs.com, Wikipedia, Aircooled (has only TIV models), and a couple other online shopping stores.

[mikey]

Carb woes....sounds very familiar. Is your engine stock or did you modify it?

My stock 2.0 six came with Zenith carbs. I was told those wouldn't work with the mods I did to the engine (2.4 P&Cs and heads, S cams), so I tried Webers. They didn't work either. They ran roughly, wouldn't idle, and it didn't feel like the engine was making enough power.

So I finally went with my tuners suggestion and bought a set of PMO carbs. He said they are basically improvements on the Weber design, which I understand hasn't been manufactured in a long long time . They are brand new and I'm no longer dealing with old crappy parts. PMOs aren't cheap though - about $1500 per carb. I saved up and got them anyway...worth every penny.

Call PMO and tell them about your engine. They will know what kind of carb you need and will build it for your specific engine.